Routledge Women and Puppetry: Critical and Historical Study

Explore the first publication dedicated to the study of women in the field of puppetry arts. This Routledge publication offers a deep look into the history and culture of puppetry through the lens of gender and identity. By combining critical articles with personal accounts, the book investigates specific historical moments and the various ways the concept of womanhood is expressed both on and off the stage. Readers can examine the work through two distinct sections. Part I, titled Critical Perspective, provides historical and contemporary analyses of women's roles in society. It looks at gender anxiety as seen through the unmarked puppet body and explores sexual expression within oppressive social contexts. Part II, Local Contexts: Challenges and Transformations, investigates the work of female practitioners and the shifts within the field. This book is an essential resource for students, historians, and performers interested in the intersection of gender and performing arts.